Mrdanielmh
Solar Enthusiast
- Joined
- Apr 19, 2020
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Good morning everyone!
I've read so much information and done a lot of research about Lifepo4, and I think I'm ready to purchase. However I just want to double check that I have exactly what I need!
Requirements: A Lifepo4 Battery for my campervan, all 12v.
Equipment: I currently have the following equipment
315W Solar Panel
Victron 100/30 MPPT
Victron Orion 12 12 30 DC2DC
Victron Smart Protect 65a
Victron Smart Charger 30a
What I am looking at now if getting the pieces for my battery! I was toying with the idea of buying of the shelf, for example the TN100 is well priced in the UK (£660). However I have started to look into DIY more because I think I can get more for my money. In terms of size, we were looking around 100AH, but again I think I can get more!
Parts List - This is where I need help/confirmation!
4 x Cells - https://tinyurl.com/y99we57h (100ah) or https://tinyurl.com/y77xhhsh (280ah)
I then need Busbars and bolts!
Tape to tie it altogether
BMS - I don't think I need a BMS because I can use the Victron SP65a to stop over voltage, and possibly the other gear for under voltage? I should be able to work low temperature disconnect work within this system too?
Battery Balancer - I'm struggling to find one in the UK, any recommendations?
All of the above would give me a functioning battery? Is there anything else I need to consider and be aware of?
Thank you all!
I've read so much information and done a lot of research about Lifepo4, and I think I'm ready to purchase. However I just want to double check that I have exactly what I need!
Requirements: A Lifepo4 Battery for my campervan, all 12v.
Equipment: I currently have the following equipment
315W Solar Panel
Victron 100/30 MPPT
Victron Orion 12 12 30 DC2DC
Victron Smart Protect 65a
Victron Smart Charger 30a
What I am looking at now if getting the pieces for my battery! I was toying with the idea of buying of the shelf, for example the TN100 is well priced in the UK (£660). However I have started to look into DIY more because I think I can get more for my money. In terms of size, we were looking around 100AH, but again I think I can get more!
Parts List - This is where I need help/confirmation!
4 x Cells - https://tinyurl.com/y99we57h (100ah) or https://tinyurl.com/y77xhhsh (280ah)
I then need Busbars and bolts!
Tape to tie it altogether
BMS - I don't think I need a BMS because I can use the Victron SP65a to stop over voltage, and possibly the other gear for under voltage? I should be able to work low temperature disconnect work within this system too?
Battery Balancer - I'm struggling to find one in the UK, any recommendations?
All of the above would give me a functioning battery? Is there anything else I need to consider and be aware of?
Thank you all!